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SUMMARY:Jaywalking in the Wild: Meet the Florida Scrub Jay
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a short walk as you witness the behavior of Florida’s endemic birds.\n\n\nFlorida Scrub-Jay Walk at Jonathan Dickinson State Park \nEvery First and Third Wednesday of every month\, October thru May at the gem of a state park\, Jonathan Dickinson.   \nJoin Audubon Everglades for a peaceful morning walk through one of Florida’s most unique ecosystems. We’ve teamed up with Jonathan Dickinson State Park to explore prime habitat for the Florida scrub-jay — a bright blue\, curious bird found only in this state. \nThis is an easy walk\, less than half a mile\, along a closed road through open scrub habitat. Along the way\, your expert guide\, Jim Howe\, will point out gopher tortoise burrows\, native plants\, and explain how fire plays a crucial role in keeping this rare habitat alive. \n Why come? \n\nIt’s one of the best spots to possibly see scrub-jays in the wild\nYou’ll learn what makes Florida’s scrub ecosystem so rare and important\nIt’s a short\, scenic walk — perfect for a quick nature reset\n\nWhere? Just past the entrance gate — less than 1/4 mile in. Entry to the state park is $6 per vehicle (paid at park entrance.   \nWeather note: If you can hear thunder\, the walk is canceled for safety. \nWhether you’re into wildlife\, photography\, conservation\, or just want to explore something new — this walk is worth checking out. \n \nLearn More: \nhttps://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/jonathan-dickinson-state-park \n \nAbout your guide:  \nJim Howe is the President of the Friends of Jonathan Dickinson State Park. A retired mechanical design engineer\, Jim moved to the area in 2003 and has been a dedicated volunteer with Florida State Parks since 2010\, logging over 2\,200 hours of service. He is a certified Florida Master Naturalist and leads the park’s popular Florida Scrub-Jay Walks\, helping visitors connect with one of the state’s most iconic and threatened birds. \nJim also serves as the Conservation Chair for Audubon of Martin County\, where he works to promote conservation initiatives that align with both organizations.  His passion for education\, wildlife\, and collaboration continues to benefit the community and the park he proudly serves.
URL:https://www.auduboneverglades.org/event/jaywalking-in-the-wild-meet-the-florida-scrub-jay-3/
LOCATION:Jonathan Dickinson State Park\, 16450 Southeast Federal Highway\, Hobe Sound\, FL\, 33455\, United States
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